Chord Distribution Analysis
| Chord Symbol | Count | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| Dm7 | 6 | 15.8% |
| G7 | 6 | 15.8% |
| C6 | 5 | 13.2% |
| G13sus | 3 | 7.9% |
| Em7 | 3 | 7.9% |
| F7 | 2 | 5.3% |
| A7 | 2 | 5.3% |
| Gm7 | 2 | 5.3% |
Key Patterns Detected
| Pattern | Function | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| G7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 3 |
| Dm7 -> G7 | Setup (Major Key) | 3 |
| Em7 -> A7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| Gm7 -> C7 | Setup (Major Key) | 2 |
| A7 -> Dm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| C7 -> Gm7 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| C7 -> Fmaj7 | Resolution (Major) | 1 |
| Fmaj7 -> Bb7 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| Em7 -> A7b13 | Setup (Major Key) | 1 |
| A7b13 -> Dm7b5 | Resolution (Minor) | 1 |
| Dm7b5 -> G7b9 | Setup (Minor Key) | 1 |
🎼 Sheet Music
Find Lead Sheet on Sheet Music Direct (PDF)Harmonic Highlights
- Employs the “backdoor dominant” resolution (F7 to C6), utilizing the bVII7 to I movement common in late swing-era harmony.
- Frequent use of secondary dominants, specifically A7 (VI7), to facilitate strong functional resolutions back to the ii chord (Dm7).
- Structure is built upon extended ii-V-I sequences in C major, maintaining a high harmonic rhythm of two chords per measure.
- Derived from Ravel’s “Pavane pour une infante dĂ©funte,” the progression blends Impressionist root movements with traditional diatonic jazz cycling.
Improvisation Focus C Major Bebop Scale (integrating the chromatic passing tone between G and A to align chord tones on downbeats).
Difficulty Rating 2/5 — The predictable ii-V-I patterns and clear tonal center make it an ideal vehicle for intermediate players to practice functional voice leading.